Sealing the Hills is a vital infrastructure program which aims to upgrade currently unsealed roads in the Dandenong Ranges and surrounding townships.
Unsealed roads are heavily impacted by weather conditions, land formations and increased traffic, particularly in the Dandenong Ranges.
Upgrading these unsealed roads will improve community safety, access to community facilities and amenities and the connectivity of the existing road network, while reducing dust, pollution and maintenance issues.
Project description
Upgrade sealing works are being completed on Carawa Street and Naughton Street, Cockatoo.
Works include:
- feature pavement construction
- kerb channel construction
- construction of traffic calming devices
- drainage improvement works
- signage
- line-marking
Funding
This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government and contributions by residents via a Special Charge Scheme.
Progress update
Minor rectification works
As part of finalising all works completed as part of the Sealing the Hills program, minor rectification works are scheduled to be completed from 11 May to July 2026 conditions permitting,
Works will vary, and may include:
- Drainage improvements
- Signage improvements
- Minor roadside works
What to expect
During construction, temporary disruptions may include:
- Increased noise, dust and lighting
- Increased traffic on surrounding streets
- Traffic management including reduced speed limit will be in place.
Access will be maintained to all properties during construction, and we will be working to minimise disruptions where possible.
Project Highlights
- Construction is now complete
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